Caprese Chicken Over Spaghetti Squash

Caprese chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that combines the classic Italian flavors of mozzarella, tomato, and basil with tender and juicy chicken breasts. We paired this Caprese chicken recipe with spaghetti squash for a healthier alternative. This dish is so mouthwatering, you’ll have leftovers for breakfast!

Caprese Chicken Over Spaghetti Squash

Caprese chicken is an excellent dish for those looking for a low-carb and high-protein meal that is both delicious and easy to prepare. It’s a great option for an easy weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests.

Measurements with easy to follow printable directions are at the end of the post.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium/large spaghetti squash
• 1 Tbsp avocado oil
• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 Tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 Tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 4-5 cloves garlic, minced, and divided
• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan
• 6 Roma tomatoes, 4 diced, 2 sliced for garnish
• .75 oz package of basil leaves, sliced
• Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)

Tip: Substitute spaghetti squash for traditional spaghetti noodles, if preferred. Or opt for a green salad, or garlic bread as your base.

Related Recipes: One Pan Italian Chicken Dinner, Baked Chicken Parmesan, Spaghetti Squash with Cheese Stuffed Meatballs

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Cut spaghetti squash in half, scoop out seeds, spray with olive or avocado oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place on a lined baking sheet, cut side down. Bake for 45-55 mins (depending on size).
3. In a medium bowl add chicken chunks, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and pepper. Mix together.
4. While squash is cooking, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat avocado oil. Add the seasoned chicken, and cook until no longer pink (about 10-15 mins). Drain any extra liquid. Then add balsamic vinegar and half the garlic to the skillet and stir until balsamic is a little thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and place in a bowl.
5. In a skillet melt butter, add the remaining garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Then add flour and cook for 2-3 mins, making sure not to let it burn. Slowly add buttermilk and whisk until the sauce thickens.
6. Add mozzarella and parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is melted. Next, add diced tomatoes and basil, mix together, and simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Add chicken back into the skillet, and mix ingredients on heat for 5 minutes.
8. Once spaghetti squash is done cooking, take a fork and scoop out the inside into individual bowls or one large bowl, then top with Caprese chicken mixture. Garnish with tomato slices, basil, and drizzle balsamic glaze (optional).

Print the Caprese Chicken Recipe below!

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Caprese Chicken over Spaghetti Squash

Caprese chicken is a delicious and healthy dish that combines the classic Italian flavors of mozzarella, tomato, and basil with tender and juicy chicken breasts.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Keyword chicken, Italian Chicken

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Servings 6 people

Author My Boys and Their Toys

Ingredients

1 medium/large Spaghetti squash, 1 Tbsp avocado oil, 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 Tsp kosher salt, 1/2 Tsp ground black pepper, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 4-5 cloves garlic, minced, and divided, 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella, 1 cup shredded Parmesan, 6 Roma tomatoes, 4 diced, 2 sliced for garnish, .75 oz package of basil leaves, sliced, Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

1) Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2) Cut spaghetti squash in half, scoop out seeds, spray with olive or avocado oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place on a lined baking sheet, cut side down. Bake for 45-55 mins (depending on size). 3) In a medium bowl add chicken chunks, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and pepper. Mix together. 4) While squash is cooking, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat avocado oil. Add the seasoned chicken, and cook until no longer pink (about 10-15 mins). Drain any extra liquid. Then add balsamic vinegar and half the garlic to the skillet and stir until balsamic is a little thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and place in a bowl. 5) In a skillet melt butter, add the remaining garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Then add flour and cook for 2-3 mins, making sure not to let it burn. Slowly add buttermilk and whisk until the sauce thickens. 6) Add mozzarella and parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is melted. Next, add diced tomatoes and basil, mix together, and simmer for 5 minutes. 7) Add chicken back into the skillet, and mix ingredients on heat for 5 minutes. 8) Once spaghetti squash is done cooking, take a fork and scoop out the inside into individual bowls or one large bowl, then top with Caprese chicken mixture. Garnish with tomato slices, basil, and drizzle balsamic glaze (optional).

Whether you’re a fan of Italian cuisine or just looking for a healthy and tasty way to incorporate more protein into your diet, Caprese chicken is definitely worth a try. Enjoy!

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